Sea of Thieves – March 2025 Highlights and Celebrating the Seventh Anniversary

This month, Microsoft Casual Games is set to infuse a little pirate magic into your Solitaire experience. Brace yourself for a refresh with a Sea of Thieves twist, featuring a themed backdrop and specially designed card backs that capture the game’s adventurous spirit.

Right on the heels of the Seventh Anniversary Celebration, gear up for the Season 15 Community Weekend from Saturday, March 22nd to Monday, March 24th. This weekend promises all the signature Community Weekend fun, including special mementos, Pop-Up Plunder activities, and the chance to boost your Community Emissary Grade. Plus, don’t miss the Picture Walls, perfect for showcasing your in-game moments. We’re eager to see your creativity and hear your tales as you join the global Sea of Thieves community in these festivities.

As you set sail during the Community Weekend, remember to snag some intriguing rewards. Up for grabs this time are the Seasoned Sailor Heavy Sword and Eye of Reach, along with the Eastern Winds Ruby Pegleg and Trousers. Simply link your accounts and tune in to participating Sea of Thieves streamers on Twitch to claim these Drops. If you’re streaming, make sure you’ve enabled Drops and are categorized under Sea of Thieves. For viewers, check out our Partner Directory to find live streamers and claim your rewards.

March also brings an exciting new wave of adventure with the free content update rolling out on Thursday, March 27th. With this update, you’ll get to enjoy the newest features of Season 15. Get ready to wield a hunting spear for pursuing larger prey, all while sharing the seas with new wildlife like lizards on the sand and jellyfish in the ocean. Additionally, keep your eyes peeled for fresh items in the Pirate Emporium and Outpost shops. The full details will be available in the release notes with the update’s launch.

Moreover, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers have an extra surprise awaiting them this month. As part of the Perks programme, and themed around Sea of Thieves’ recent anniversary, the exclusive Seventh Serving Emote will be redeemable on March 27th. Don’t miss details on accessing your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks.

Finally, a unique crossover awaits you with the Microsoft Rewards Sea of Thieves Sweepstakes on Monday, March 31st. Ever imagined a Megalodon fused with an Xbox controller? Well, here’s your chance to win just such a rare limited-edition Sea of Thieves controller, whimsically named ‘The Devourer’. Keep an eye out for details on how to enter and potentially score this treasure later in the month!